IMF China Executive Director Jin Zhongxia thanked Giorgieva’s support for China during the coronavirus outbreak and presented her with calligraphy artwork that read, "Spring comes back to Earth.” (Photo: IMF)
Washington (People's Daily) – As China faces economic challenges due to the outbreak of the coronavirus, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva issued a statement expressing her support for Wuhan on Thursday.
International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva. (Photo: IMF)
“I want to wish everyone from China and many other Asian countries who celebrate the Lunar New Year a very healthy and prosperous New Year. It is the Year of the Rat, which symbolizes strong vitality, agility and intelligence,” said Georgieva in the statement.
“For China, the Year of the Rat has begun with a challenging start as the country is battling the coronavirus outbreak. On behalf of all IMF members, employees, and management, I would like to express our deep sympathies to those affected by the serious situation related to the coronavirus,” Georgieva said.
“We support China's response efforts by taking measures with the strength of its healthcare system, but also with recent fiscal, monetary, and financial actions. We are confident in the resilience of China's economy,” Georgieva added.
“Zhong Guo jia you, Wuhan jia you!” she said in Mandarin. The English translation is “Go China, go Wuhan!”
By Wu Lejun, People's Daily app
